Raypak 055B User manual

Brand: Raypak

Model: 055B

Category: Above ground pool accessories

Type: User manual

Part No. 240428

CATALOG NO. 6100.52-K

Effective: 3-01-00

Replaces: 3-15-99

OPERATING AND

INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS

Models

055B

VERSA

SPA

and

HOT TUB HEATER

This manual should be maintained in legible condition and kept adjacent to the

heater or kept in a safe place for future reference.

WARNING: If the information in these instructions are not followed exactly, a fire or

explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.

— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

• Do not try to light any appliance.

• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.

• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas

supplier's instructions.

• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

— Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or

the gas supplier.

— Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of

this or any other appliance.

Contents

2 PART ONE - Owner's Operating Instructions

2 SECTION 1 / START-UP PROCEDURES

2 Before Start-Up

3 Lighting Instructions & Shut-Off Procedures

(manually lighted pilot MV)

4 Operating Instructions & Shut-Off Procedures

(automatically lighted pilot IID)

5 After Start-Up

5 SECTION 2 / CAUTION

5 SECTION 3 / MAINTENANCE & CARE PROCEDURES

6 Pool & Spa Water Chemistry

6 Winterizing the Pool and Spa Heater

7 PART TWO - Installation / Service Instructions

7 SECTION 1 / RECEIVING EQUIPMENT

7 SECTION 2/GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

7 SECTION 3 / INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

7 Code Requirements

7 Base Installation

7 Clearances

9 Combustion Air

9 Venting Connections

11 Gas Supply Connections

12 Plumbing for Water Connections

13 Electrical Wiring

17 SECTION 4 / SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS

17 General Location of Controls

17 Control Adjustments / Replacements

18 Pressure Switch

18 Flame Roll-Out Safety Switch

18 High Limit

18 High Limit Removal

18 Pilot Safety

19 Burner Drawer Removal

19 Gas Valve

19 Main Burner & Orifice

19 Pilot Removal & Cleaning

19 Heat Exchanger Removal

20 Desooting Procedure

20 Combustion Chamber Removal

20 Control Immersion Well Replacement

20 Unitherm Governor Replacement

21 SECTION 5 / TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

21 Mechanical

22 Electrical MV Units

24 Electrical IID Units

26 SECTION 6 / REPLACEMENT PARTS

PART ONE - OWNER'S OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

SECTION 1 / START-UP PROCEDURES

BEFORE START-UP

BURNERS

Clean main burners and air louvers of dust, lint and

debris. Keep heater area clear and free from com-

bustibles, flammable liquids and chemicals. Do not

obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilating air.

WARNING: IF YOU DO NOT FOLLOW THESE

INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLO-

SION MAY RESULT, CAUSING PROPERTY DAM-

AGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.

FOR YOUR SAFETY - READ BEFORE OPERATING

WATER

First thing, insure that system is filled with water

and have pump operating. Water must be flowing

through the heater during operation.

Fig. #8139s

1. STOP! Read the safety information above.

2. Set the thermostat on the lowest setting.

3. Turn On/Off switch to the "Off" position.

4. Remove heater door panel.

5. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clock-

wise to "Off".

NOTE: Knob cannot be turned from "Pilot" to

"Off" unless knob is pushed in slightly. Do not

force.

6. Wait 5 minutes to clear out any gas. If you then

smell gas, STOP! Follow "B" in the safety

information above. If you don't smell gas, go to

the next step .

7. Locate pilot mounted on the left side of the

burner drawer. For burner drawer location,

see location of control section, page 18.

HONEYWELL

GAS VALVE

MILLIVOLT

ROBERTSHAW

GAS VALVE

MILLIVOLT

A. This appliance has a pilot that must be lighted by

hand. When lighting the pilot, follow these

instructions exactly.

B. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appli-

ance area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the

floor because some gas is heavier than air and

will settle on the floor.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

*Do not try to light any appliance.

*Do not touch any electric switch; do not use any

phone in your building.

*Immediately call your gas supplier from a neigh-

bor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instruc-

tions.

LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS

Gas control knobs shown in "Off" position

ROBERTSHAW PILOT

HONEYWELL PILOT

LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS AND SHUT-OFF PROCEDURES

MANUALLY LIGHTED PILOTS

( MILLIVOLT SYSTEM)

CAUTION: Propane gas is heavier than air and will settle on the ground. Since propane can accumulate in

confined areas, extra care should be exercised when lighting propane heaters.

8. Turn knob on gas control counter-clockwise

to "Pilot".

9. Push in control knob all the way and hold in.

Immediately place flame to pilot to light.

Continue to hold control knob in for about 1

minute after the pilot is lighted, release knob

and it will pop back up. Pilot should remain

lighted. If it goes out, repeat steps 5 through 9.

*If knob does not pop up when released, stop

and immediately call your service technician

or gas supplier.

*If the pilot does not stay lit after several tries,

turn the gas control knob to "Off" and call your

service technician or gas supplier.

10. Stand to the side of the heater and turn the gas

control knob counter clockwise to "On".

11. Replace heater door panel.

12. Turn On/Off switch to the "On" position.

13. Set thermostat to the desired setting.

Fig. #8084.0 Fig. #8083.0

Fig. #8081.0

Fig. # 8199

TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE

*If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the

fire department.

C. Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas

control knob. Never use tools. If the knob will not

push in or turn by hand, do not try to repair it. Call

a qualified service technician. Force or attempted

repair may result in a fire or explosion.

D. Do not use this appliance if any part has been

underwater. Immediately call a qualified service

technician to inspect the appliance and to re-

place any part of the control system and any gas

control which has been under water.

4. Push the gas control knob slightly and turn

clockwise to "Off". Do not force.

5. Replace heater door panel.

1. Set the thermostat to the lowest setting.

2. Turn On/Off switch to the "Off" position.

3. Remove heater door panel.

TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE

1. STOP! Read the safety information above.

2. Set the thermostat to the lowest setting.

3. Turn off all electric power to the appliance.

4. This appliance is equipped with an ignition

device which automatically lights the pilot. Do

not try to light the pilot by hand.

5. Remove heater door panel.

6. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clock-

wise to "Off".

Knob cannot be turned to "Off" unless it is

pushed in slightly. Do not force.

7. Wait 5 minutes to clear out any gas. If you then

smell gas, STOP! Follow "B" in the safety infor-

mation previously stated. If you don't smell gas,

go to the next step.

Gas control lever shown in the "On" position.

8. Turn gas control knob counterclockwise

to "On".

Gas control knob shown in "ON" position.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

9. Replace heater door panel.

10. Turn on all electrical power to appliance.

11. Set thermostat to desired setting.

12. If the appliance will not operate, follow the

instructions "To Turn Off Gas To Appliance" and

call your service technician or gas supplier.

A. This appliance is equipped with an ignition

device which automatically lights the pilot. Do

not try to light the pilot by hand.

B. BEFORE OPERATING, smell all around the

appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell next

to the floor because some gas is heavier than

air and will settle on the floor.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

*Do not try to light any appliance.

*Do not touch any electric switch; do not use

any phone in your building.

*Immediately call your gas supplier from a

neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's

instructions.

*If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the

fire department.

C. Use only your hand to push in or turn the

gas control knob. Never use tools. If the

knob will not push in or turn by hand, do not try

to repair it; call a qualified service technician.

Force or attempted repair may result in fire or

explosion.

D. Do not use this appliance if any part has been

under water. Immediately call a qualified service

technician to inspect the appliance and to re-

place any part of the control system and any gas

control which has been under water.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND SHUT-OFF PROCEDURES

AUTOMATICALLY LIGHTED PILOTS

(ELECTRONIC IGNITION SYSTEMS)

CAUTION: Propane gas is heavier than air and will settle on the ground. Since propane can accumulate in

confined areas, extra care should be exercised when lighting propane heaters.

4. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn

clockwise to "Off".

5. Replace heater door panel.

1. Set the thermostat at the lowest setting.

2. Turn off all the electric power to the appliance if

service is to be performed.

3. Remove heater door panel.

Fig. # 8112

GAS VALVE-IID

AFTER START-UP

Feel the inlet and outlet pipes. Outlet pipe should be

only slightly warmer than the inlet. It should not be hot.

WARNING: Should overheating occur or the gas sup-

ply fail to shut off, turn off the manual gas control valve

to the appliance.

VISUAL INSPECTION

With the heater on, remove the door and make a

visual check of the pilot and burner.

The flame should be blue with a well-defined

pattern.

SECTION 2 / CAUTION

Elevated water temperature can be hazardous,

and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

recommends the following guidelines:

1. Spa or hot tub water temperatures should never

exceed 104°F (40°C). A temperature of 100°F

(38°C) is considered safe for a healthy adult.

Special caution is suggested for young children.

2. Drinking of alcoholic beverages before or during

spa or hot tub use can cause drowsiness which

could lead to unconsciousness and subse-

quently result in drowning.

3. Pregnant women beware! Soaking in water over

102° F (39°C) can cause fetal damage during

the first three months of pregnancy, (resulting in

the birth of a brain damaged or deformed child).

Pregnant women should stick to the 100°F

(38°C) maximum rule.

4. Before entering the spa or hot tub, users should

check the water temperature with an accurate

thermometer; spa or hot tub thermostats may err

in regulating water temperatures by as much as

four degrees Fahrenheit (2.2°C).

5. Persons with a medical history of heart disease,

circulatory problems, diabetes, or blood pres

sure problems should obtain a physician's

advice before using pools or hot tubs.

6. Persons taking medications which induce

drowsiness, such as tranquilizers, antihista

mines, or anticoagulants, should not use spas or

hot tubs.

SECTION 3 / MAINTENANCE

AND CARE PROCEDURES

To be followed one month after start-up and then

semi-annually.

1. Inspect top of heater and draft hood for soot, (a

sticky black substance around finned tubes,

baffle and open flue gas passageways).

CAUTION: Soot may be combustible. Wet sooted

surfaces completely prior to cleaning. Do not use

steel wire brush.

2. Clean main burners and pilot burner of dust and

lint.

3. Inspect and operate all controls, gas valve and

pressure relief valve.

MAIN BURNER FLAME

4" MAX

Fig. # 8144.0

A yellow or "floating" flame indicates restricted air

openings or incorrect orifice size. Should this occur,

shut the heater off and contact your installer or gas

supplier.

WATER PRESSURE SWITCH

A water pressure switch is provided in the heater to

shut off the burners in the event that water supply to the

heater is interrupted. It is very important to verify that

the switch electrically opens and shuts off the gas

valve when water flow to the heater is interrupted.

Otherwise, rapid and severe damage will likely occur to

the heater. (The water pressure switch should be

checked and adjusted for proper operation by a quali-

fied service person at the time of installation and

periodically checked thereafter. Refer to pressure

switch servicing instruction in Section 4 of this manual.)

WARNING: Operation of the heater without water

circulation will cause rapid and severe damage to the

heater.

PILOT BURNER FLAME

4. Make visual check of the burner and pilot flame.

Flame pattern on the main burner and pilot is

indicated in the previous illustration. Yellow

flame means restriction of the air openings.

Lifting or blowing flame indicates high gas

pressure. Low flame means low gas pressure.

Should this occur, shut the heater off and

contact your gas supplier or qualified service

agency.

5. On indoor heaters, clean room intake openings

to assure adequate flow of combustion and

ventilation air.

CAUTION: Combustion air must not be contaminated

by corrosive chemical fumes which can damage the

heater and void the warranty.

6. Keep area around heater clear and free from

combustible materials and other flammable and

corrosive vapors and liquids.

BASIC TIPS IF HEATER WILL NOT FIRE:

1. If you have no electrical power; it may be your

"circuit breakers" have tripped. Try re-setting

them.

2. If you have electrical power but the heater will

not fire

check the following:

3. The time clock must be moved to the "ON"

position.

4. Your pump strainer basket may be full. If so

remove debris.

5. Your filter may be dirty. If so, backwash or

clean filter.

(To tell if your filter is dirty, the gauge pressure

will be higher than usual).

6. The pump may have lost it's prime. It may be

running dry, check the pressure gauge on the

filter. If there is

no pressure; then you are not

moving water (or your gauge is broken). Try to

get the pump to run at it's normal flow rate.

POOL & SPA WATER CHEMISTRY

Chemical imbalance can cause severe damage to

your heater and associated equipment. Maintain your

water pH between 7.4 and 7.8 and total alkalinity

between 100 and 150 p.p.m. If the mineral content and

dissolved solids in the water become too high, scale

forms inside the heat exchanger tubes, reducing

heater efficiency and also damaging the heater. If the

pH drops below 7.2, the heater will be severely dam-

aged. This will result in corrosion of the heat ex-

changer. Heat exchanger damage resulting from

chemical imbalance is not covered by the war-

ranty.

COLD WEATHER OPERATION

MODERATE CLIMATE: Heater operation can con-

tinue during short term cold spells. When tempera-

tures are below freezing, flow (continuous pump op-

eration) must be maintained.

CAUTION: Do not use the heater to maintain water

temperatures just above freezing or for freeze protec-

tion. When heaters are used during freezing weather

care must be taken to avoid freeze ups. Continuous

pump operation is a must. Additional protection may

be required. The heater is not warranted against

freeze ups.

COLD CLIMATE: Prolonged operation with water

temperatures below 50°F is not recommended. When

starting the heater with pool temperatures below 50°F,

operate the heater continuously until higher tempera-

tures are reached. Operating the heater for prolonged

periods with pool water below 50° can seriously dam-

age the heater, and is not covered by the warranty.

For cold climate areas please follow the winterizing

procedures listed below.

WINTERIZING THE SPA HEATER

When heaters installed outdoors in freezing cli-

mate areas are to be shut down for the winter, observe

the following step-by-step procedure:

1. Turn off gas valve, manual gas valve, and electri-

cal supply to the heater.

2. Open drain cock located on the return header.

3. Disconnect compression fittings from the pressure

switch and header that connect to the 1/4"

copper tube and allow the tube to drain.

PART 2 - INSTALLATION / SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS

SECTION 1 / RECEIVING EQUIPMENT

On receipt of your equipment it is suggested that you

visually check for external damage to the carton. If the

carton is damaged, a note should be made on the Bill of

Lading when signing for equipment. Remove the heater

from the carton and if it is damaged, report the damage

to the carrier immediately.

On occasion, we ship some items loose. Be sure that

you receive the number of packages indicated on the Bill

of Lading.

When ordering parts, you must specify model and

serial number of heater. When ordering under warranty

conditions, you must also specify date of installation.

Raypak recommends that this manual be reviewed

thoroughly before installing your Raypak pool/spa

heater. If there are any questions that this manual does

not answer, please contact the factory or your local

Raypak representative.

SECTION 2/GENERAL SPECIFICATION

These heaters are design certified and tested under

the requirements of ANSI Z21.56/CSA 4.7 American

National Standard / CSA standards for gas-fired pool

heaters

The heater is interchangeable and can be used either

indoor or outdoors. The appropriate top designated for

that type of use is required. If desired, the top can be

changed at a later date to change from outdoor to indoor

or vice versa. Millivolt heaters contain a self-generating

electrical system operating between .25 and .75 volts.

AMBIENT TEMPERATURE RATING OF HEATER COM-

PONENTS

Millivolt Heater with Honeywell Gas Valve

+32°F to+175°F

Millivolt Heater with Robertshaw Gas Valve

0°F to +175°F

Electronic Ignition Heaters*

-32°F to +175°F

*Requires 120V or 240V power supply

Rated inputs suitable for up to 2000 feet elevation. For

elevations above 2000 feet, reduce input 4% for each

1000 feet above sea level, as high elevation reduces

combustion performance. For Canada, reduce input

10% when installed at 2000-4500 foot elevation.

SECTION 3 / INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT NOTICE

These instructions are intended for the use of

qualified personnel only, specifically trained and expe-

rienced in the installation of this type of heating equip-

ment and related system components. Installation and

service personnel may be required by some states to be

licensed. If your state is such, be sure your contractor

bears the appropriate license. Persons not qualified

shall not attempt to fix this equipment nor attempt

repairs according to these instructions.

WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, altera-

tion, service or maintenance may damage the equip-

ment, create a hazard resulting in asphyxiation, explo-

sion or fire, and will void the warranty.

CODE REQUIREMENTS

NOTE: The heater should not be located in an area

where possible water leakage will result in damage to

the area adjacent to the appliance or to the structure.

When such locations cannot be avoided, it is recom-

mended that a suitable drain pan, adequately drained,

be installed under the appliance. The pan must not

restrict combustion air flow.

Installation must be in accordance with local codes,

or, in the absence of local codes, with the latest editions

of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, and the

National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. For Canada,

the latest edition of CAN/CGA B-149.1 and B-149.2

BASE INSTALLATION

Heater must be mounted on a level surface. It can

be installed on combustible flooring. Heaters may not

be installed on carpeting.

CLEARANCES

WARNING: The heater shall not be located in an area

where water sprinklers, or other devices, may cause

water to spray through the cabinet louvers and into the

heater. This could cause heavy internal rusting or

damage some electrical components and this would void

the warranty.

ALL HEATERS

For clearances from combustible surfaces, see

chart below.

Clearances from Combustible construction.

Indoor Installation:

Top* (Drafthood) - 35"; Vent - 6";

Back - 2"; Right Side - 6";

Left Side - 6"; Floor - 0.

Outdoor Installation:

Top* (Stackless Top) -

unobstructed; Back - 2"; Sides - 6".

* Clearance from Top of Vent Terminal

For servicing, provide at least 24" in front of the

heater for burner tray removal, and at least 18" on the

left side of the heater to inspect and delime the heat

exchanger.

OUTDOOR HEATERS

These heaters are design certified for outdoor

installation, when equipped with the approved top des-

ignated for outdoor use.

Heater with

outdoor Top

Fig. # 8139

WARNING: Do not install within 3 feet of a Heat Pump

or an outdoor condensing unit. Strong air intake from

these equipment can disturb the combustion process

and cause damage or personal injury.

Heaters must not be installed under an overhang of less than three (3) feet from the top of the heater. Three

(3) sides must be open in the area under the overhang. Roof water drainage must be diverted away from the heaters

installed under overhangs with the use of gutters:

For U.S. installations, the point from where the flue products exit the heater must be a minimum of four (4) feet

below, four (4) feet horizontally from or one (1) foot above any door, window or gravity inlet to a building. The top

surface of the heater shall be at least three (3) feet above any forced air inlet, or intake ducts located within ten (10)

feet horizontally.

For installations in Canada, pool heaters shall not be installed with the top of the vent assembly within 10 feet

below, or to either side, of any opening into the building. Refer to the latest revision of CAN/CGA-B149.1 and B149.2.

foot

Minimum

foot

Minimum

foot

Minimum

foot

Minimum

foot

Minimum

foot

Minimum

Forced Air Inlet

U.S. Installation Only

Fig # 8245.1

HIGH WIND CONDITIONS (OUTDOOR UNITS ONLY)

In areas where high winds are frequent, it may be

necessary to locate the heater a minimum of 3' from

high vertical walls, or install a wind break so the heater

is not in direct wind current.

INDOOR HEATERS

The design is also certified for indoor installation

when equipped with the approved draft hood. For

Canada, indoor installation is restricted to an enclosure

that is not occupied and does not directly communicate

with occupied area. Refer to the latest edition of CAN/

CGA-B149.1 and B149.2 for specific

requirements.Locate heater as close as practical to a

chimney or gas vent. Heater must always be vented to

the outside. See Vent Piping Section for venting details.

Minimum allowable space is shown on the nameplate.

Heater with

Indoor Top

COMBUSTION AIR (INDOOR UNITS ONLY)

Air For combustion And Ventilation

(Indoor Units Only)

The heater must have both combustion and venti-

lation air. Minimum requirements for net free air supply

openings, one 12 inches from ceiling for ventilation and

one 12 inches from the floor for combustion air as

outlined in the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code,

Z223.1(Canada-CAN/CGA-B149.1 and B149.2) and

any local codes that may have jurisdiction.

CAUTION: Combustion air must not be contaminated

by corrosive chemical fumes which can damage the

heater and void the warranty.

a. All Air From Inside The Building:

Each opening shall have a minimum of 50 net free

square inches.

b. All Air From Outdoors:

When air is supplied directly from outside of

building, each opening shall have a minimum of 13

net free square inches.

Fig. # 8138

VENTING CONNECTIONS

VENT TERMINAL (Outdoor)

STEP 1: Remove the (4) screws which fasten

jacket top to heater.

STEP 2: Lower outdoor top onto unit lining up

slots in outdoor top with screw holes in

jacket top.

STEP 3: Reinstall (4) screws to secure jacket top

and outdoor top to unit.

Outdoor Top

Jacket Top

Fig. # 8137

VENT TERMINAL (Indoor)

Locate and assemble as shown. Secure with

screws supplied in envelope inside carton.

Draft Hood

Mounting

Screws

Fig. # 8143

VENT PIPING

WARNING: Indoor boilers require a draft hood that

must be connected to a vent pipe and properly vented

to the outside. Failure to follow this procedure can

cause fire or fatal carbon monoxide poisoning.

Vent piping the same size or larger than the draft

hood outlet is recommended, however, when the total vent

height is at least ten (10) feet (draft hood relief opening

to vent terminal), the vent pipe size may be reduced as

specified in Chapter 10 of the latest edition of the National

Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z 223. (Canada-CAN/CGA-

B149.1 and B149.2). As much as possible avoid long

horizontal runs of vent pipe and too many elbows. If

installation requires horizontalor or non-vertical runs, the

vent pipe must have a

minimum of 1/4 inch per foot rise

and should be supported at not less than five foot intervals.

Plumbers tape, criss-crossed, will serve to space both

horizontal and vertical piping. Gas vents supported only

by the flashing and extending above the roof more than

five feet should be securely guyed or braced to withstand

snow and wind loads. We recommend use of insulated

vent pipe spacer through the roofs and walls.

For protection against rain or blockage by snow, the

vent pipe must terminate with a vent cap which complies

with the local codes or, in the absence of such codes, to

the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI

Z223.1-1988 (Canada-CAN/CGA-B149.1 and

B149.2).

The discharge opening must be a minimum of two

feet vertically from the roof surface and at least two feet

higher than any part of the building within ten feet. Vent

stack shall be at least five feet in vertical height above the

draft hood outlet. The vent cap location shall have a

minimum clearance of 4 feet horizontally from, and in no

case above or below, unless a 4-foot horizontal distance

is maintained, from electric meters, gas meters regula-

tors and relief equipment.

The weight of the vent stack or chimney must not rest

on heater draft hood. Support must be provided in

compliance with applicable codes. The heater top and

draft hood must be readily removable for maintenance

and inspection. Vent pipe should be adequately sup-

ported to maintain proper clearances from supported to

maintain proper clearances from combustible construc-

tion.

Type "B" double wall or equivalent vent pipe is

recommended. However single wall metal vent pipe may

be used as specified in the latest edition of the National

Flue Gas Code ANSI Z 223.1-1988 (Canada-CAN/CGA-

B149.1 and B149.2).

5' MIN

2' MIN

10' OR LESS

2' MIN

VENT CAP

VENT PIPE

DRAFT HOOD

HEATER

GAS SUPPLY CONNECTIONS

Gas piping must have a sediment trap ahead

of the heater gas controls, and a manual shut-off valve

located outside the heater jacket. All gas piping should

be tested after installation in accordance with local

codes.

CAUTION: The heater and its manual shut off valve

must be disconnected from the gas supply during any

pressure testing of that system at test pressures in

excess of 1/2 psig (3.45 KPA). Dissipate test pressure

in the gas supply line before reconnecting the heater

and its manual shut off valve to gas supply line.

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS PROCEDURE MAY

DAMAGE THE GAS VALVE. OVER PRES-

SURED GAS VALVES ARE NOT COVERED BY

WARRANTY. The heater and its gas connections

shall be leak tested before placing the appliance in

operation. Use soapy water for leak test. Do NOT

use open flame.

NOTE: Do not use teflon tape on gas line pipe thread.

A flexible sealant is recommended.

A minimum of 7" W.C. and a maximum of 14" W.C.

upstream pressure under load, and no load conditions

must be provided for natural gas or a minimum of 12"

W. C. and a maximum of 14" for propane gas.

Gas Pressure

Manual Shut

Gas Pressure Test

at Gas Valve

Gas Pressure Test

at Heater

Gas Valve

Fig. # 8149.0s

ROBERTSHAW MV W.C Adjustment

HONEYWELL VALVE MV & IID W. C. Adjustment

W.C Adjustment

Fig. # 8199

Fig. # 8081.0

GAS PRESSURE REGULATOR

The gas pressure regulator is preset and sealed at

4" W.C. for natural gas, and ll" W. C. for propane gas.

Between the gas valve and the burners is a l/8" pipe

plug. The pressure at this point, taken with a manome-

ter, should be about 3.7" W. C. natural gas and l0.5"

W.C. propane gas. If an adjustment is needed, remove

seal and turn adjustment screw clockwise to

increase pressure or counter-clockwise to

decrease pressure.

PIPE SIZING FOR GAS CONNECTIONS

MAXIMUM EQUIVALENT PIPE LENGTH

Natural Gas 1000 BTU/ FT . 60 Specific Gravity

@ 0.5" WC Pressure Drop

Propane Gas 2500 BTU/ FT l.53 Specific Gravity

@ 0.5" WC Pressure Drop

1/2" 3/4"

MODEL N P N P

055B 90 200 200 250

Fig. # 8156

Manual Shut Off Valve

Sediment Trap

PLUMBING FOR WATER CONNECTIONS

LOCATION

The VERSA heater requires water flow and posi-

tive pressure to fire and operate properly. It must

therefore be installed downstream of the discharge

side of the filter pump. A typical installation is plumbed

as follows:

1. The inlet side of the filter is plumbed directly

to the discharge side of the filter pump:

2. The outlet side of the filter is then plumbed

to the inlet of the heater; and

3. The outlet of the heater is plumbed to the

return line to the spa. The pump, filter and

heater are thus plumbed in series.

Plumbing from the heater back to the spa must not

have any valves or restriction that could prevent flow

when the pump is operating. To do so will void the

warranty.

Heater must be located so that any water leaks will

not damage the structure of adjacent area. High

temperature plastic pipe (CPVC) may be connected

directly into the heater if local codes permit.

FLOW RATES

PIPE SIZE: 1 1/4"-1 1/2" MIN.GPM: 20, MAX.GPM: 60*

*When flow rates exceed 60 GPM an external auxil-

iary bypass valve is required. See External auxiliary

bypass valve section for details.

COMPANION FLANGE CONNECTIONS

The inlet/outlet header flange accepts a 1 1/2"

copper tube or 1 1/4" galvanized pipe as a slip connec-

tion directly into the manifold. The flange is also

threaded for 1 1/2" pipe thread. 1-1/2" CPVC adapters

(when available) can also be used.

DO NOT use petroleum base assembly fluids

(such as Petroleum Jelly or lubricating oil). If assembly

lube is required, use a silicone base compound, such

as Amoral, etc.

Inlet/Outlet Header

Flange Gasket

Fig.#8158.1

Header Flange

Pipe

Fig. # 8118.0

Outlet Inlet

Unitherm

Governor

CAUTION: Never install PVC directly in header flanges.

The initial connection must be made with a higher

temperature material such as CPVC or Copper. PVC

may be utilized immediately after the initial connection.

AUTOMATIC CHLORINATORS AND CHEMICAL

FEEDERS

All chemicals must be introduced and completely

diluted into the pool or spa water before being circulated

through the heater. Do not place chlorine tablets or

bromine sticks in the skimmer. High chemical concen-

trations will result when the pump is not running (i.e.

overnight).

Chlorinators must feed downstream of the heater

and have an anti-siphoning device to prevent chemical

back-up into the heater when the pump is shut off.

NOTE: High chemical concentration from feeders and

chlorinators that are out of adjustment will cause very

rapid corrosion to the heat exchanger in the heaters.

Such damage is not covered under the warranty.

UNITHERM GOVERNOR OPERATION

The patented Unitherm Governor is a thermostatic

mixing valve specifically designed to maintain constant

heater internal temperature between 105° - 115°F de-

spite continually changing flow rates from the filter and

changing pool temperatures. This narrow range is

needed to prevent damaging condensation on the burn-

ers which will occur if the heater runs for any length of

time below 100°F. It is also needed to inhibit scale

formation in the tubes by maintaining temperatures well

below accelerated scaling temperatures.

throughout its entire length and must pitch downward

from the valve. No shut-off valve shall be installed

between the relief valve and the drain line. Valve lever

should be tripped at least once a year to ensure that

waterways are clear.

ELECTRICAL WIRING

NOTE: If it is necessary to replace any of the original

wiring, it must be replaced with 105 °C wire or its

equivalent, except all black wire must be replaced with

150 °C wire or its equivalent.

MILLIVOLT SYSTEM

The Millivolt System Residential Heater is

equipped with a self-generating electrical system in

which the electric current is provided by means of a

pilot generator. No external electrical connections are

required.

ELECTRONIC INTERMITTENT IGNITION DEVICE

SYSTEM (IID)

NOTE: When the electrical hookup to the heater

requires both 24V and 115V or 240V, each input

voltage must be isolated in separate conduit.

The Electronic Intermittent Ignition Device auto-

matically lights the pilot and main burners upon a call

for the heat. The heater is supplied with a dual voltage

transformer for 120V or 240V input power hookup.

NOTE: IID Propane Units Only

Heater is equipped with an electronic ignition device

with a 100% safety lockout feature. If the heater fails

to start or lockout. Reset the ignition device by inter-

rupting the power to the heater for 60 seconds.

CAUTION: If service replacement of the electronic

ignition device is required. Replace only with a 100%

safety lockout device with 90 second trial for pilot

ignition.

EXTERNAL AUXILIARY BYPASS VALVE

(Where required)

An auxiliary bypass valve should be used when

flow rates exceed 60 GPM (usually a high performance

pump size larger than 1 1/2 HP will exceed this flow

rate). This valve is required to complement the function

of the automatic bypass valve, particularly when start-

ing the heater in winter or early spring when the spa or

pool temperature is down below 55°F. It also serves to

eliminate needless pressure drop through the heater

and accompanying reduction in the flow rate to the spa

jets, etcetera.

From Heater To Heater

To Pool From Pool

Auxiliary Bypass Valve (do not use gate valve)

AUXILIARY BYPASS VALVE ADJUSTMENT

To set bypass: With clean filter, adjustment is

made by feeling the inlet and outlet pipes at the heater.

Outlet pipes should be slightly warmer than inlet and

comfortable to the touch. If pipe is hot, close bypass; if

cold, open bypass

PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE INSTALLATION

To conform to local building codes, it may be

necessary to install a pressure relief valve. A 3/4"

pressure relief valve having a capacity equal to BTU/

HR output of the model to be installed is recommended

for this appliance.

Fig. # 8150.0s

NOTE: To avoid water damage or scalding due to valve

operation, drain pipe must be connected to valve outlet

and run to a safe place of discharge. Drain pipe must be

the same size as the valve discharge connection

Drain Pipe Drain Pipe

Heater Outlet Heater Outlet

Fig. # 8157.0s

Fig. # 8929.1

Robertshaw Intermittent

Ignition Device

Honeywell Intermittent

Ignition Device

Fig. # 8085

SPK

WIRING DIAGRAM KEY

Fig. # 8096

Fig. # S86/S8600

S86 S8600

PINK CONNECTOR BLUE CONNECTOR

For 120 V input power to the unit, connect the black wire

to the “L1” or hot leg of the power supply. Connect the

white wire to the “L2” or neutral leg of the power supply.

Attach the wire nut to the red wire. There should be no

connection to the red wire for 120V operation.

Fig. #9240

For 240 V input power to the unit, connect the black wire

to the “L1” or hot leg of the power supply. Connect the red

wire to the “L2” or second hot leg of the power supply.

Attach the wire nut to the white wire. There should be no

connection to the white wire for 240V operation.

Fig. # 9241

Heater must be electrically grounded and bonded in

accordance with local codes, or, in the absence of local

codes, with the latest edition of the National Electrical code,

ANSI/NFPA 70 (Canada-Canadian Electrical Code, CSA

C221.1, Part 1 and 2).

NOTE: Input power to the heater (120/240V) should be

supplied from the load (Pump) side of time clock or switch.

Connecting heater to continuous power source will allow

"Fail" indications (service and pressure switch) when pump

is not operating.

WIRING DIAGRAM MILLIVOLT UNITS

WITH MECHANICAL THERMOSTAT

WIRING DIAGRAM MILLIVOLT UNITS

WITH SOLID STATE THERMOSTAT

Fig. # 2246e

Fig. # 1934e

WIRING DIAGRAM 152178 Model 055 IID

SECTION 4 / SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS

GENERAL LOCATION OF CONTROLS

Drain Valve

Solid State Thermostat &

Ignition Control

Pressure Switch

Burner & Pilot

Thermal Fuse

CONTROLS/ADJUSTMENTS/REPLACEMENTS

CAUTION: Label all wires prior to disconnection when

servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper

and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after

servicing.

DANGER - SHOCK HAZARD -make sure electrical

power to the heater is disconnected to avoid potential

serious injury of damage to components.

TEMPERATURE CONTROLS

The water temperature is controlled by the heater

thermostat on the upper front panel of the heater. The

control center contains an On/Off toggle switch and a

thermostat. The switch functions as a means for turning

the heater on or off.

The thermostat is fitted with a means of limiting the

upper temperature limit below the maximum level. The

knob stop adjustment ring illustrated below is adjust-

able by loosening the set screw, rotating the knobstop

ring to the desired location and retightening the set

screw.

Knobstop Ring Set Screw

PRESSURE SWITCH

The pressure switch, or heater actuator, insures

that the heater operates only when the filter pump is in

operation. It is factory set at 1.75 PSI for deck level

installations. When the heater is located below the level

of the spa or pool, it may be necessary to reset the

pressure switch to compensate for the no-flow static

head. If it is necessary to reset the pressure switch, we

recommend that following procedure:

HIGH LIMITS

(Located in the

Inlet/Outlet header)

Fig. # 8160.1s

Gas Valve

Typical

Comfortable

Pool

Temperature

Range

Typical

Comfortable

Spa

Temperature

Range

PRESSURE SWITCH ADJUSTMENT:

1. With pump and heater on, turn adjustment

knob (

clockwise) until a click is heard from the

gas valve.

2. Turn adjustment knob (counter clockwise) 1/4

turn.

3. Turn pump off and on several times. Heater

should shut off immediately. If it does not,

repeat steps above until proper adjustment is

made.

Adjustment Knob

Fig. # 8069.1

Heat Exchanger Height

Pool or Spa

Fig. # 8152.0s

NOTE: If heater is installed outside of the limits shown,

a flow switch must be used in place of the pressure

switch when mounted and wired adjacent to the heater.

TWO SPEED PUMPS

In some cases, the flow on the low-speed is insuf-

ficient to operate the heater. This is apparent when the

pressure switch cannot be further adjusted or if the

heater makes banging noises. In these cases, the

pump must be run at high speed when heating the

water.

CAUTION: Do not operate the heater without the func-

tion of a properly adjusted pressure switch.

FLAME ROLL-OUT SAFETY SWITCH

The heater is equipped with a thermal cutoff device

to prevent flame roll-out in the event the heat exchanger

becomes blocked. This is a "Single-use" type fusible

link or thermal fuse, that must be replaced when dis-

abled by an over temperature condition, caused by

excessive restriction in the heat exchanger flue pas-

sage.

Fig. #9177

HIGH LIMITS

The heater is equipped with two automatic high

limits. Set to operate at 135°F and 140°F.

NOTE: An erratic high limit is often characteristic of

internal heat exchanger problem, i.e. scale buildup,

U.G. operation. Refer to troubleshooting section.

Fig. # 8159.0s

HIGH LIMIT REMOVAL

1. Disconnect top portion of unit. (See heat ex-

change removal procedure step 1 thru 7 and

step 10)

2. Remove defective high limit and replace with

new high limit.

3. Reverse above procedure to reinstall.

PILOT SAFETY (Millivolt System)

The heaters equipped with the standing pilot (milli-

volt system), have pilot generators which act as a safety

device to shut off the flow of gas to the main burners and

the pilot burner in case the pilot flame is extinguished.

The pilot burner must be manually relighted to place the

heater in operation again. Refer to the lighting instruc-

tions provided on the heater label.

PILOT SAFETY (IID Units) ELECTRIC IGNITION

The heater employs a pilot safety which closes the

main gas valve within 8/10ths of a second whenever the

pilot flame is interrupted. Pilot flame is automatically lit

when the device is powered. Unit performs its own

safety check and opens the main valve only after the

pilot is proven to be lit.

5' Max.

BURNER DRAWER REMOVAL

1. Shut off main electrical power switch to heater.

2. Shut off gas upstream of heater.

3. Remove front door.

4. Disconnect gas line from gas valve.

5. Remove (2) screws that mount burner tray to unit.

6. Disconnect wires that terminate at gas valve, and

thermal fuse.

7. Slide out burner tray.

8. Reverse above procedure to reinstall.

GAS VALVE REMOVAL

1. Remove burner tray. (See burner tray removal

procedure).

2. Disconnect pilot tubing from gas valve.

3. Remove gas valve with manifold from burner tray.

4. Remove manifold from gas valve.

5. Reverse above procedure to re-install.

MAIN BURNER AND ORIFICE REMOVAL

1. Remove burner drawer. (See burner drawer re-

moval procedure).

2. Remove screws and burner hold down bracket.

NOTE: If the heat exchanger is sooted badly, the

burner hold down bracket and spacer can become

distorted from direct flame impingement and this usu-

ally necessitates replacement of these parts.

3. Lift burners from slotted spacers and slide from

orifices. Clean with a wire brush.

4. Orifices usually do not need to be replaced. To

clean, run either copper wire or wood toothpick

through orifice. Do not enlarge hole. To remove

orifice, use a socket wrench and remove from

manifold. DO NOT overtighten when reinstalling.

PILOT REMOVAL AND CLEANING

1. Remove burner drawer. (See burner drawer re-

moval procedure).

2. Disconnect pilot tubing, disconnect wires from gas

valve.

3. Disconnect pilot bracket from burner shield.

4. Remove pilot from bracket.

5. Remove pilot orifice and air opening (Honeywell

MV unit only), and clean with wire or small brush.

CAUTION! DO NOT enlarge hole in pilot orifice.

6. Reverse above procedure to re-install.

Pilot Pilot

Air

Opening

Orifice

Fig. # 8045.1

Fig. # 8102.0s

HONEYWELL PILOT ROBERTSHAW PILOT

HEAT EXCHANGER REMOVAL

1. Shut water, gas, and electricity off, close valves and

relieve pressure.

2. Drain heat exchanger.

3. Loosen and remove flange bolts.

4. Remove flange and inlet/outlet pipes from the

header. Remove drain valve from rear header

5. Remove outdoor stackless top or indoor stack top

from unit.

6. Remove jacket top, flue collector, and baffle.

7. Remove upper front jacket panel, and disconnect

wires at toggle switch.

8. Remove capillary bulb from inlet/outlet header.

9. Disconnect press switch tube from inlet/outlet

header.

10. Disconnect hi-limit wire from thermostat, and pres-

sure switch.

11. Lift heat exchanger straight up from combustion

chamber, using caution not to damage refractory.

12. Reverse above procedure to re-install.

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